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Popular TikTok docs have big influence on Gen Z followers, new research finds

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What happened

Young adults following physicians on TikTok consider them more accessible, credible and altruistic than their own doctors, even when the physician-influencers are selling products.

Key facts

  • Reported by Phys.org and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:10 UTC.

Why it matters

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